Pages

About

My
grandmother used to say: “As long as I have a good book to read, I will be at
peace.” I feel the same way. I love books. I love
to read them, and I love to write them. I find there’s nothing more
exhilarating than to immerse myself in a
story and with it the opportunity to see a whole new world.

I
suppose I should have known from the beginning that I want to be a writer. I
come from a long line of storytellers.
I’ve always been an avid reader since I first learned how to read, and as a child I spent a great many hours alone wholly absorbed
in my own imaginings.

I
began writing in my spare time shortly after my mother had suddenly passed
away. Just a few months prior she had asked for my help to get her memoirs
published, but neither one of us had any idea where to begin. As I worked hard
to keep my promise to my late mother, I needed to create some balance between
the sad memories of my mother's passing and
my active lifestyle. And I found that
when writing my stories. Before I knew it, I was
entirely consumed by this new pastime.

Suddenly,
I couldn’t wait to get home, to my corner on the sofa with the laptop computer
in my lap (I know, it’s such a cliché), and write. I often had some new idea for a scene, a character or a piece of dialogue
popping into my head while at the grocery store, running an errand, or out for
dinner, and I’d run back home, worried that I might lose the idea before I got
a chance to write it down.

Thrilled
and invigorated by this early part of the publishing process, I kept going.
Writing became an indulgence for weeknights and weekends and so much more. Four
years and four published non-fiction books later, including the canine health
book LIVING WITH CANINE EPILEPSY, I realized that there was more to writing and
publishing. So, based on my love of history, I began writing my first
historical fiction mystery IN THE SHADOW OF HER MAJESTY in 2015.

My
second historical fiction novel, THE COUNTRY GIRL EMPRESS, a political romance,
set in the vibrant and captivating period
of 19th century Austria, which always held a special place in my
heart, but told from a fresh point of view. My protagonist, Empress Elisabeth
of Austria, better known as Sisi, was a woman who had a front-row seat to history.

My
newest novel, A LIFE IN THE SHADOW OF THE CROWN picks up
where THE COUNTRY GIRL EMPRESS left off, and the third book in the series, THE PERPETUAL TRAVELER is projected to be published in 2019. Sisi is one
of history’s most fascinating women, and the beloved Empress deserves to have
her story continue. What further tragedies will she have to endure? Will the icy atmosphere at the glamorous Hofburg Palace, the almost inhumane protocol, and the constant rules prove too much
to bear for the Empress?

I
sincerely hope you enjoy reading my books as much as I have fun writing them.

Or if you prefer it a bit more formal:

A. Piper Burgi has pursued a variety of diverse careers.
After honorably
completing her tour of duty in the Air Force,
and a short stint as an Air Force contractor, she began her journey as a
military spouse, moving with her pilot husband from coast to coast. She is the
author of six non-fiction books and recently added the historical fiction
novels IN THE SHADOW OF HER MAJESTY, THE COUNTRY GIRL EMPRESS, and A LIFE IN THE SHADOW OF THE CROWN to her ever-expanding collection of published
writings.

Piper began her writing career shortly after her mother
passed away unexpectedly. Just a few months prior she had asked for Piper's
help to get her memoirs published, but neither had any idea where to begin. As
Piper worked hard to keep her promise to her late mother, she found, she needed
some balance between the sad memories of
her mother's passing and her active lifestyle. She found that by writing her own
stories.

A lifelong student and lover of history, Mrs. Burgi was
always and still is fascinated with historical events. She grew up with stories about the most beautiful and
fascinating Empress Elisabeth of Austria, and remembers
all too well, the first time she heard of the English King Henry VIII and his
six wives in high school. In 2011, after she picked up a few books about the
iconic Henry and his many wives on a whim, she was hooked once again. This
simple step reignited her love of history, and she has not stopped learning
ever since.

In addition to her nine current books, Piper also has nearly 500 articles and blog posts published online, as well as in the German Women’s
Magazine Mach Mal Pause, which
roughly translates to Take a Break. As
an animal rights advocate, she fosters dogs and puppies and supports various
animal rescue organizations. Her great affinity for animals and nature led her
to write and publish the canine health book LIVING WITH CANINE EPILEPSY in November
2015 to help raise canine epilepsy awareness - a cause near and dear to her
heart. When she is not busy chasing after her three dogs or holding on tightly
to a good cup of coffee, she can be found typing away on her computer.

Contact Form

About Me

A. Piper Burgi is the author of several non-fiction books, and she recently added three historical fiction novels to her ever-expanding collection of published writings, IN THE SHADOW OF HER MAJESTY, THE COUNTRY GIRL EMPRESS, and A LIFE IN THE SHADOW OF THE CROWN. She is also a history lover, an Air Force Veteran, and a military spouse; plus a busy doggie mommy, a cook, an event coordinator, a chauffeur...you get the picture. When she is not busy chasing after her three "furry children", or holding on tightly to a good cup of coffee, she can be found typing away on her computer.

'Tis the Season for Christmas Cookies

'Tis the Season for Christmas Cookies

Even though a snowstorm rages outside, we feel warm and cozy. The kitchen is permeated with the scents of vanilla and cinnamon. The holiday season is upon us! And what could be more delicious than to sweeten everyone's wait time with traditional homemade cookies? Nothing completes the holidays like the aroma of cinnamon, oranges, and nuts and the enjoyment we get from biting into those crispy cookies. Allow yourself to be inspired by these decadent Christmas cookie and cake recipes...click image to read more

The Country Girl Empress

The Country Girl Empress

It was THE romance of 19th century Europe! The young and dashingly handsome Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria needed an Empress by his side according to his mother, Archduchess Sophie. The House of Habsburg was the most powerful ruling family in Europe, and the line of succession had to be maintained....click image to read more

In the Shadow of Her Majesty

In the Shadow of Her Majesty

In the Shadow of Her Majesty

What are you prepared to give for the great love of your life and which price is too high to pay? When a young woman lay dead at the bottom of a set of stairs on 8 September 1560, all of Europe is convinced they know the murderer...her husband, Lord Robert Dudley...click image to read more

Living with Canine Epilepsy

Living with Canine Epilepsy

Epilepsy was first recognized in ancient times and referred to by Hippocrates as the "sacred" disease. But nothing about it seems sacred! Watching your beloved companion suffer a seizure can be an extremely traumatic event...click image to read more